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I am an experienced trial lawyer with over 28 years in both personal injury and criminal defense. I am a born again christian and worship at First Babtist Church of Houma, LA. I have been married for over 33 years to my wife, Kellie, who is a registered nurse at TGMC. We have one child, Corinne who recently graduated from LSU in mechanical engineering and currently works for GE Oil and Gas. I enjoy people, love to help others, and enjoy the challenges of practicing law. Currently, I concentrate my law practice in the Houma and Thibodaux area, however I have handled cases throughout the State of Louisiana.. I have extensive experience in Drug and Alcohol related criminal defense cases. I also have significant experience with other criminal defense cases ranging from simple battery to murder, sex offenses, domestic abuse cases, burglaries, thefts, robberies; just about any criminal charges.. I have significant experience in handling auto accidents, including serious bodily injury. I have personally handled cases involving wrongful death, closed head injury (brain injury), paralysis (quadraplegia), rubtured discs, and soft tissue injuries.. I have also handled cases involving Maritime Law, Jones Act, and General Maritime Law.. During my time off, I play drums in a local cover band "Bandit". I enjoy watching Saints and LSU football, and love golf.

James E. Sudduth, III is the founder and driving force behind Sudduth and Associates. As a Lake Charles native he witnessed the lack of growth and direction present in his beloved city and decided to become the force of change the city needed. James knew that to accomplish this goal he would have to temporarily relocate to Baton Rouge. After law school, James returned home to serve as an Assistant District Attorney in the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s office, and during his tenure he was promoted to Misdemeanor Section Chief. When offered a second promotion, to the Felony Division, James declined stating that he was being called to serve the public in a different arena."At the end of the end of the day it isn't about the amount of money you bring home or the prestige attached to your name; rather it is the satisfaction of a job well done and knowing that despite your limited resources you have accomplished the near impossible. It is about making a difference in people's lives and having the desire to serve them when no one else will. This is what it means to be a true servant to the public."

I specialize in Criminal Defense and am driven by a passion for the courtroom and representing the interests of those who are in need of restitution, recovery, or exoneration. I represent those charged with very serious offenses as well as those charged with petty ones and invest the same level of work ethic into every case and client behind it. I've achieved two overturned convictions on behalf of clients seeking appeals, revealing exculpatory evidence suppressed by the State that ultimately proved innocence on behalf of those charged. Altogether, I consider it my life’s purpose to ensure those who are wrongly convicted, underrepresented, or overcharged experience the just defense they rightly deserve.

On September 1, 2016, the Abshire Law Firm was formed to handle Family Law matters related to divorce, child custody and support.  On October 14, 2016, Dustan left his position as an Assistant District Attorney to operate the Abshire Law Firm on a full-time basis.  Upon leaving the DA's Office the Abshire Law Firm expanded to handle matters involving Criminal Defense and Personal Injury.. Background of Dustan:. Dustan J. Abshire is a lifelong Lake Charles resident and a graduate of Barbe High School. Dustan began his career with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office after high school and stayed there for 15 years. He spent time in corrections, patrol and as a detective in the Sex Crimes/Severe Child Abuse Unit.. After passing the bar exam, Dustan was given the opportunity to serve as an Assistant District Attorney for the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office. Currently, he was a felony prosecutor handling a wide variety of cases.. Dustan joined the law office of Bryant, Sigler, & Abshire, L.L.C. where his private practice focuses on Family Law involving matters of divorce, child custody, child support, wills, and successions for the people of Southwest Louisiana that are in need of assistance.. Dustan is passionate about both areas of law because they both provide opportunities to genuinely help people in need. Dustan has been a lifelong public servant.. While at CPSO, Dustan obtained a Criminal Justice degree from McNeese State University and went on to graduate from the Mississippi College School of Law in Jackson, Miss. He received a Doctorate of Jurisprudence and a Civil Law Certificate. His career with the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office began in June 2014 as an intern. Shortly after, Dustan was an investigator up until he was admitted to the Louisiana Bar in April 2015.. Dustan has been married for 22 years and has one son and two stepdaughters. He served on the USSSA Board for baseball from 2008-2011 and has been a member of the Knights of Columbus with Our Lady Queen of Heaven.

Originaly from New Orleans, Nicholas attended the University of Southern Mississippi where he studied finance and business administration. Upon graduating near the top of his class, he attended the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University. While in law school, he clerked for both state and federal judges. After graduating from law school he moved to Lake Charles where he worked for two years as an Assistant District Attorney. He founded Algero Law LLC in 2021. When he is not advocating for his clients, he volunteers in the community for organizations such as Oasis: A safe haven for women and children and Real Men Wear Pink of Southwest Louisiana.

Catherine Stagg has assisted thousands of individuals and families since she was admitted to the practice of law in 1977. She takes her obligations as a "Counselor at Law" just as seriously as her advocacy role as an "Attorney at Law.". Since 1977, Ms. Stagg has worked almost exclusively in public interest law firms and agencies or as a self-employed sole practitioner, representing real people with real problems. As a new attorney, she was taught what she calls the No. 1 lesson that many lawyers never learn — to always ask what the client wants. Toward that goal, Ms. Stagg conducts a "legal checkup," taking time with each client to understand and problem-solve the legal issue at hand and to address any other legal matters on the horizon.. Catherine Stagg concentrates her practice in Social Security Disability (SSD and SSI), family and juvenile law and criminal defense. She can also counsel and represent clients in many areas of law, including immigration, wills and successions, employment discrimination and civil rights.. Local Roots and Long Experience. Ms. Stagg graduated from Sulphur High School in Sulphur, Louisiana, in 1972, left to see the world and eventually came full circle back to Calcasieu Parish. She has operated her own law firm, Catherine L. Stagg, Attorney at Law, L.L.C., in Lake Charles since 2006. She is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts of Louisiana, and is a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association, the Southwest Louisiana Bar Association and the National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR).. Read more about an experienced courtroom attorney who will treat you with respect, spend as much time with you as needed, and fiercely advocate on your behalf.

If you have been arrested for a DWI, DUI or OWI, drug crime, or other criminal charges in Lafayette, Louisiana, or surrounding areas, hire a lawyer with professionalism, integrity and compassion to defend you.

“With over 40 years of experience as a lawyer, I have handled many personal injury and wrongful death suits, both as a plaintiff’s lawyer and as a defense attorney. I have also prosecuted and defended many cases in federal court and State court over these years. Experience on both sides in civil and criminal litigation matters gives me a solid perspective on the law, as it enables me to anticipate what the other side is doing and thinking when I am involved in a client’s case. This is a distinct advantage to my clients in my helping them understand the strengths and weaknesses of their cases. This is why experience counts. Feel free to call me to discuss your case at, as there is no charge for an initial consultation in both personal injury/wrongful death or criminal defense cases.”. “If you are a physician or health professional, and have a need to consult with an attorney knowledgeable about the legal issues that arise in the modern practice of medicine, please consult my Health Law page under Practice Areas that deals with various aspects of health law., and then contact me to talk. There is no charge for an initial consultation.”

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William Robert (“Robby”) Gill, a 1990 graduate of the Southern University Law Center and a member of the Louisiana Bar Association, is admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, the Louisiana Supreme Court, the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, the U.S. Eastern and Middle District Circuit Courts of Louisiana and the United States Army Court of Military Review.  Gill has also been granted pro hac vice status to handle cases in Mississippi, Texas and California.. Gill served on active duty as a lawyer in the United States Army Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG), achieving the rank of Captain.  He was a prosecutor at Fort Ord, California and a trial defense counsel at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii.  He was awarded the Army Commendation Medal and two Army Achievement Medals. His court martial trials included cases of attempted murder, drugs, rape, sexual assault, child molestation, conduct unbecoming, and assorted felonies.. As a military defense counsel, Gill eagerly took on many supposedly unwinnable cases.  Two of his most notable cases were United States v. Pettway and United States v. George, both very difficult rape cases.. After his honorable discharge, Gill practiced with Reagan, Manasseh & Boshea, one of the largest criminal defense firms in Louisiana with offices in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette and Oakland, California.  He was selected to attend Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.  He then opened his own firm in Baton Rouge with James P. Manasseh, where he continues to practice criminal defense and personal injury law.. Gill enjoys putting his energy, experience, and skills to work in both civilian and military settings.  Among his more memorable trial cases are California v. Gipson (murder), State v. Kolb (sexual abuse), State v. McNeal (attempted murder), State v. Mire (felon in possession of illegal firearm), State v. Tyler (murder), and, most recently, State v. Hooks (murder).

At the John D. & Eric G. Johnson Law Firm, LLC, attorney Eric Johnson is renowned for his handling of criminal cases throughout Minden and north Louisiana. In defending his clients, Eric is a problem solver who represents clients who have everything at stake. Other lawyers, prosecutors and law enforcement officials often refer clients to him. Clients from out of state who find themselves in trouble with the law often turn to Eric for help. Our office can skillfully handle a large variety of cases. Whether you need a DWI attorney, sex crime attorney, or any other kind of criminal attorney, Eric and his expert staff have the knowledge and experience to make a difference.

Anthony P. "Tony" Lewis is a native of LaRose, LA., and has practiced law in the Thibodaux area for more than 25 years.  He is a former Director and Associate Professor of Paralegal Studies at Nicholls State University.  As a sole practictioner, Anthony has practiced in various fields of law such as family law, crminal defense, successions, contract law, property law, insurance and personal injury.  Tony currently serves as the Chief Juvenile Prosecutor for the Parish of Lafourche and has held that post for the past 12 years.  Currently Tony is a Candidate for District Judge in Lafourche Parish and the election is to be held on November 4, 2014.

Richard A. Asong is a skilled attorney dedicated to delivering personalized and results-driven legal representation. A proud member of the State Bar of Montana and the American Bar Association since 2021, Mr. Asong is committed to upholding the highest ethical and professional standards in his practice. His academic achievements include receiving the Transfer Academic Excellence Scholarship at the University of Maryland, College Park, in 2011, a testament to his dedication to excellence and hard work.. Mr. Asong takes a client-centered approach to his legal practice, ensuring that each case is handled with care, diligence, and attention to detail. He is passionate about advocating for his clients’ rights and navigating the complexities of the legal system to achieve favorable outcomes. His professional affiliations reflect his commitment to staying informed on the latest legal developments and maintaining a high standard of service.. With a reputation for integrity and a focus on achieving results, Richard A. Asong is a trusted advocate for individuals and families in Montana. He is dedicated to providing strategic and compassionate legal guidance, ensuring his clients feel supported and confident throughout the legal process.

I drove heavy haul trucks for 14 years, A few years before i knew my back was going to go out I started keeping receipts of all the Law Study I did on my own time by recording and posting part of my studies to a podcast...which really took off.. Some Folx told me i could outwork the Law School entrance exam...I did, and scored in the 92.5%. (That's vs. people who already have at least three years of college). Not bad for a dude who was told he was "learning disabled.". Next, I applied to every school in a location that i thought i would enjoy riding my motorcycle (I drove in every state except Alaska, so i know where the best spots are). That ended up scoring me a Full Tuition Scholarship to Penn State Law, where I helped the Students AND professors understand how the real world works...in exchange for not paying $53,000/Yr. Having Started law school in 2020, the fact i had a radio broadcast voice quickly made me a class favorite. It probably helped that i had a tool kit and helped kids fix their vehicles, helped them find free suits.